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UNFORTUNATE Synonyms

There are 4 synonyms of the word unfortunate. (exact relations)
There are 6 hypernyms of the word unfortunate. (close relations)
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unfortunately

Best Alternative Words for UNFORTUNATE

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unlucky
adjectiveadj
adjective

• having or bringing misfortune

adjective satellite

• marked by or promising bad fortune

unsuccessful
adjectiveadj
adjective

• not successful; having failed or having an unfavorable outcome

adjective satellite

• failing to accomplish an intended result

inauspicious
adjectiveadj
adjective

• not auspicious; boding ill

adjective satellite

• contrary to your interests or welfare

• presaging ill fortune

unfortunate person
nounn
noun

• a person who suffers misfortune

Best Hypernyms For UNFORTUNATE

Here is a list of related hypernyms for unfortunate, these are close relations that fall within the same topic. Most relevant words are highlighted and in order.
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individual mortal person somebody someone soul

Alternatives for UNLUCKY

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